Saturday, April 30, 2011

Sgt. Rainsford and Officer Burke were on patrol when they saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation.The officers affected a traffic stop and contacted the driver.They were able to see a container with suspected narcotics inside in the center console of the vehicle.Further investigation revealed that the driver had suspected narcotics on her person.Report 110348782

10:41pm Church/27th StRobbery

Officer Hom and several other SFPD units responded to a report of a robbery.The victim stated that a suspect yanked her cell phone out of her hand while she was on a MUNI bus.The suspect fled and the victim chased after him.At one point, a witness yelled at the suspect to give the victim back her cell phone.The suspect placed the cell phone on a garbage can and continued to run.Officers detained the suspect nearby and he was positively identified and subsequently taken into custody.Report 110348920 ***BEST ARREST OF THE DAY***

Other incidents:

12:50am1500 Blk Sunnydale AveRobbery

Officers Cassinelli and Hom responded to a report of a fight.Upon arrival, the officers contacted four victims who said that they had been robbed at gun point by three suspects.The suspects took the victims cell phones and fled.Report 110349172

12:21pm900 Blk Geneva AveGraffiti

Officers Morrow and Naval responded to a vandalism report.The victim told the officers she witnessed a suspect spray painting the side of her building.Report 110347245

1:30pm1500 Blk Valencia StTheft

Officer Lee took a report regarding a theft.The victim said she set her purse on a chair next to her with her coin purse inside.The victim said a short time later, she noticed her coin purse missing.Report 110347405

4:55pmUnit Blk Arnold AveBurglary

Officer Castillo responded to a report of a burglary.The victim said that she saw a suspect outside of her window attempting to take the screen off.The victim screamed and scared the suspect away.Report 110348061

7:03pm600 Blk Campbell AveBurglary

Officers Goldsborough and Hornstein responded to a report of a burglary.The victim said that someone had kicked at her door and damaged it, but was unable to gain entry.Report 110348431

8:42pmUnit Blk Arleta AveRobbery

Officers Hom and Cassinelli responded to a report of a robbery.The victim was walking with one of her students when she was suddenly surrounded by five suspects.One of the suspects hit the victim in the face.Another suspect then yanked the victim’s purse from her.Report 110348710

10:00pmNaples St/Geneva AveVandalism

PSA Flynn took a report regarding vandalism to a vehicle.The victim stated that his vehicle’s rear window was smashed and had some frame damage.There did not seem to be anything touched in the vehicle.Report 110348889

Officer Smethurst and several other officers responded to a call of a vandalism.The officers contacted the suspect who was cutting branches from a tree in a park.The suspect claimed that he had permission to remove the branches.Further investigation revealed that the suspect did not have permission to cut the branches or to be in the park.The suspect was cited for vandalism.Report 110344025

12:00pmGeneva Ave/Mission StWarrant Arrest

Officer Phillips was on patrol when he recognized a suspect from previous police contacts.The officer had knowledge that the suspect had an outstanding warrant.The officer confirmed the warrant and took the suspect into custody.Report 101091794

12:19pmGeneva Ave/Mission StGraffiti

Officers Lim and Chew were on patrol when they noticed a suspect standing next to a wall that appeared to have fresh graffiti.The officers contacted the suspect who was in possession of graffiti tools.The graffiti tools matched the color of the fresh graffiti on the walls.The suspect admitted he drew graffiti on the wall in honor his dead friend.The suspect was cited for graffiti and graffiti tools.Report 110344310

Other incidents:

10:00am600 Blk Myra WayTheft from vehicle

A victim reported that several items were taken from her vehicle.Although she had left it locked, she returned to find a door open and no other damage to the vehicle.Report 116053193

10:00am100 Blk Evelyn WayVandalism, vehicle

A victim reported that a suspect had broken off the windshield wiper on her vehicle.Report 116052606

12:00pmRaymond/Delta Vandalism, vehicle

A victim reported that she found the side passenger mirror on her vehicle broken and several key marks on the doors.Report 116052612

12:30pm2100 Blk Bayshore BlvdTheft

A victim reported that he parked his vehicle and left it unattended while he went to get lunch.A short time later, he heard his car alarm.When he went outside, he realized that the window to his vehicle had been pulled open so that the suspect could reach in and unlock the door.His cell phone was missing from the center console. Report 116053018

6:45pm600 Blk San Jose AveTheft

A victim reported that a lemon tree was stolen from his front garden.Report 116052587

4:31amUnit Blk Mangels AveVandalism, vehicle

Officers Baldovino and Otaguro were on patrol when they noticed a vehicle with the passenger door open and a window shattered.The officers were unable to contact the registered owner to find out whether any items were missing from the vehicle.Report 110345485

Friday, April 29, 2011

Officers Altamirano and Thompson were sent to investigate a threats call. The victim told the officers that he is a property manager at this location. Today a tenant came in to the office drinking wine and was asked to leave. The suspect returned later and asked the manager (Victim) to open his door. The victim was on the phone and asked the suspect to wait. The suspect became angry and told the victim that he would return with a gun to kill the victim and left. The suspect returned yet a third time. The victim was with another resident.The suspect demanded the victim to unlock his door now. The suspect left once again angry. The victim pointed the suspect out to the officers and he was arrested and then booked for the threat. Report number 110338028

11:51 am Cesar Chavez/BryantDriving with Suspended DL

Officer Bear was on patrol working alone, when she noticed a car that the registration looked like it had been tampered with. The officer stopped the car and discovered that the registration has not been paid since 2008! The officer spoke to the driver to get his information. The driver did not have a license on him. The driver told the officer that his license had been stolen. The officer checked DMV and discovered that the driver had a suspended license since 2007 for drunk driving. The driver was arrested and cited for the misdemeanor and his license suspended for a third time. The car was towed. Report number 110337547

4:45 pm Mission/PersiaWarrant Arrest

Officers Johnson and Bernard started their tour of duty by studying the wanted posters and warrants pending in the district. During the day they drove by Mission and Persia and observed a suspect that was wanted on a $20,000 for assault. The officers were able to quickly take the suspect into custody without incident. The suspect didn’t know what happened because they were so fast. Report number 110338749

Other incidents:

1:30 am 900 blk EllsworthRobbery/Gun

Officers Hopkins and Uang prepared a report regarding a robbery with a gun. The victim told the officers that she was at home sleeping in her living room when she was awoken by a knock at her back door. The victim told the officers that she went to open the door and was met with a forceful push that cause her to open the door all the way and a suspect with a gun in her home. The victim told the officers that the suspect demanded her purse and money and eventually saw her purse on the table. The suspect grabbed the purse and fled. The victim said that a short time later a known person came to her door and gave her the purse back saying that he found it. The victim said that what she really needed was an un-cashed check that was in the purse. The subject left and returned with the check. This case is under investigation. Report number 110339349

9:00 am 100 blk Rutland Burglary

Officer Campion-Healy responded to a burglary in progress call. When the officer arrived she interviewed the witness. The witness told her that she was at home when she saw a suspect running through her backyard. The witness then walked to the front of the house and saw another suspect sitting on the steps to the home that was being burglarized. The witness called the police 20 minutes after the suspects were seen. The owner of the house arrived at the scene and, after inventorying his home, told the officers there that his weapons were gone. A shotgun and a .22 cal handgun along with ammunition were taken. CSI was called and will respond to process the scene.

11:35 am 100 blk HahnArson

Officers Padilla and Sullivan were sent to investigate an arson incident. SFFD, Lt Jackson, was on scene when the officers arrived and informed them that the fire was arson. The case will be assigned to arson investigators. Report number 110338363

2:15 pm 50 PhelanTheft

SFCCPD officer Ramirez prepared a report regarding a theft. The victim told the officer that she went to the library and put her backpack on the floor in front of her between her legs. The victim told the officer that when she woke up her backpack was gone. There are no suspects. Report number 110338379

3:30 pm 200 blk ArlingtonTheft

Police Services Aide Zabarte prepared a report regarding a theft incident. The victim told the PSA that she parked and left her car un-locked. When she returned she discovered that someone had gone into her car and taken her property. Report number 110337218

4:15 pm Girard/WardVandalism

Police Services Aide Cato prepared a report regarding a Vandalism incident. The victim told the PSA that he parked his car un-damaged. When the victim returned he discovered that someone had scratched the car from end to end. There were no suspects observed. Report number 110339242

5:30 pm 50 PhelanTheft

SFCCPD Officer Wong was sent to investigate a theft incident. the victim told the officer that after a workout and a swim he discovered that someone had broken the lock off the locker and taken his property. There were no witnesses or suspects observed. Report number 110338987

8:30 pm 100 blk BonviewTheft

Officer Frisk and Reserve Officer Banta were sent to investigate a theft. The victim told the officers that she forgot to close the garage door. The victim told the officers that he boyfriend’s bike was missing. Report number 110337365

10:00 pm 100 blk HolladayTheft

Police Services Aide Tolibas of Park Station prepared a report regarding a theft. The victim told the PSA that he parked his car un-damaged only to discover someone had broken a window and removed his property. Report number 110332456

10:30 1500 DiamondVandalism

Officer Kobold prepared a report regarding a vandalism incident. The victim told the officer that an unknown suspect broke the back window of his car. Report number 110323182

Officers Park and Chang were sent to investigate a theft incident. The victim told the officers that a known suspect had taken her phone from her. The victim told the officers that the suspect showed up at her work and followed her to BART. The victim told the officers that at one point the suspect grabbed the cell phone out of her hand and started running. The victim followed and caught up to him near the BART station. The suspect threw the phone on the ground causing it to shatter. The suspect, who was still at the scene, was placed under arrest and booked. Report number 110336157

Other incidents:

9:48 am 100 blk HarvardHarassing Calls

Officers Muro and Campion-Healy were sent to investigate a harassing calls incident. The victim told the officer that he was introduced to a church patron who needed a ride to church. The victim told the officers that the woman who he gave a willing ride to for two months was very nice at first. The victim told the officers that he stopped going to church for the last two months because of the lady suspect. The victim told the officers that the suspect started making sexual advances towards him and this made him uncomfortable. The suspect calls the victim with threats and sexual advances. The suspect is 80and the victim a young 51! Report number 110334349

12:00 pm 100 blk ArletaBurglary/Arson

Officers Padilla and Sullivan were sent to investigate a burglary with unusual circumstances. The victim told the officers that he owns the property and that since it has been vacant there have been several break-ins. The victim told the officers that he comes and checks on the property every couple of months. The victim told the officers that he came to check because a friend told him that about trespassers. When the victim came to check he found that someone had gathered up material and started a fire inside the house. CSI was notified and will be responding to process the crime scene. Report number 110334731

12:15 pm50 PhelanTheft

SFCCPD officer Edwards was he was sent to investigate a theft that occurred in the library. The victim told the officer that she was in the library and placed her bag on a chair right next to her. The victim told the officer that she got up twice to go to the restroom, both times leaving her bag unattended. The officers were able to check the video. Report number 110327178

12:35 pm 1600 blk GenevaTheft

Officers Campion-Healy and Muro were sent to investigate a theft incident. The victim told the officers that he was at the soccer fields and placed his backpack on the ground and began to exercise.The victim went around the field and while he was on the opposite side of the he saw a suspect near his backpack. The victim walked back to his property and looked at the suspect who said “Hi”. The victim continued to work out and when he looked back at his property, it was gone along with the suspect. Report number 110334822

4:00 pm 100 blk AddisonArson

Officer Preston was sent to investigate an arson case. When the officer arrived he was met by the SFFD E26 and the fire had been extinguished.The fire was of a car. The officer tried to locate the owner. A resident that did not want to be identified told the officer that they thought the car belonged to a family member, but refused to give any information whatsoever. An arson report was prepared. Report number 110335400

5:00 pm200 blk AlphaBurglary

Officers Sullivan and Padilla were sent to investigate a burglary incident.The victim told the officers that his home has been vacant for some time. Today the victim came to check on the property and discovered that someone had broken a window and damaged a door. Report number 110335234

8:00 pm3300 blk MissionBattery

Officer Khan was sent to investigate an assault incident on Mission Street. The victim spoke to the officer and told him that he was eating dinner at a restaurant when he watched a couple get into an argument. The victim told the officer that he and his friend decide to leave the place. The suspect got up and asked the two men what they were looking at. The victims did not want to get involved and left. The suspect followed them outside and ran up and punched the victim in the forehead. When the victim’s friend tried to step in and help, he was punched in the same spot. The suspect then fled. Report number 110336088

8:35 pm 200 blk Schwerin Robbery

Officers Antonian and Dudley were sent to investigate a robbery case. The victim told the officers while on her way home a suspect jumped out of a doorway and grabbed her by the arm. The suspect kept trying to pull the purse off her arm. The victim saw another two suspects standing watch. The suspect was able to get the purse from the victim and all three fled the area. There were no injuries. Report number 110336107

11:15 pm 800 blk AlemanyTheft from Auto

PSA Cato prepared a report regarding theft case. the victim told the PSA that he parked and locked his car. the victim told the PSA that when he returned he discovered that someone had broken a window and removed his property. Report number 110333664

Officers Rand and Araujo were sent to investigate a threats report. The victim told the officers that while he was operating his bus the suspect got on the bus and threatened him with a screwdriver she was carrying. The victim asked the suspect to leave, but she did not. The suspect got up with a hand behind her back and made her way towards the victim. Another rider on the bus alerted the victim. The witness told the officers that when he asked the suspect what she was going to do with the screwdriver, she replies "I’m gonna mess him up" the suspect was still at the scene and was taken into custody. The witness told the officers that there was a second person with the suspect. That person was detained and found to have warrants for his arrest. The suspect was booked on the threats and "No bail" warrant was also discovered. Report number 1103322302

1:33 pm 300 blk WildeBattery Arrest

Officers Sugitan and Fung were sent to investigate a battery report. The victim told the officers that he was at home watching a movie, when he heard someone banging on his front door. The victim told the officers that it was his neighbor.The neighbor was banging in the door with a pot and yelling at him through the door saying something about her plants. The victim did not open the door. Later after the banging had stopped, the victim went to ask the suspect what she was talking about. The suspect pushed the victim and backed him into a fence while spitting on his face. The victim was able to get away and call the police. The officers interviewed the suspect and then, placed her under arrest. Report number 110339952

11:41 pm 400 blkTrumbullVandalism

Officers Pereira and Gonzalez were sent to investigate a vandalism case. A would be witness called the police , but did not wish to speak to officers told dispatchers that several people were spray painting fences in the area. The officers were able to locate the suspects in this case, but because of no one coming forward this made it difficult for officers. The officers located the damage and the fact that the paint was still wet to the touch, and the suspects had the paint on them they were only cited for the possession. An actual victim came out and signed a citizen’s arrest for the suspects. The suspects were arrested and then cited for the crime. Report number 110331470

Other incidents:

2:04 am 1700 blk SunnydaleDischarge Weapon

Officers Crispin and Lozano were sent to investigate a report of gunshots. After speaking to residents that were in the area and heard the shots, the officers could not locate any evidence. Officer Hom advised the officers that he located a vehicle that had damage. the owner of the car told officers that he was out with friends and that he was returning and was parking when he noticed that someone had shot at the car. The victim told the officer that the music in the car was so loud no one inside heard any shots. Report number 110331721

3:35 am Geneva/MissionThreats

Officers Crispin and Lozano were sent to investigate a threats report. The officers met with the victim, a MUNI driver. The victim told the officers that she stopped at Geneva and Mission to pick up passengers and told the officers that the suspect got on the bus with a dog. The victim called the dog “Cujo” looking. The suspect was belligerent with the victim and argumentative. The suspect got off the bus as she threatened the driver. Report number 110333846

9:00 am Velasco/SantosVandalism

Officers Fung and Suguitan were sent to investigate a vandalism case. The victim told the officers that a known suspect had left some drugs at his home. The victim told the officers that he disposed of the drugs because he does not use any. The suspect returned upset that the drugs had been thrown away he destroyed property belonging to the victim. Report number 110329516

1:15 pm 2100 blk BayshoreBurglaryofficers Padilla and Sullivan were sent to investigate a burglary incident. The officers located a broken front window and the victim. The officers went into the business to check for suspects. The officers did not locate anyone. The officers contacted CSI to respond to process the scene. Report number 110332650

4:35 pmSunnydale/Bayshore Assault

Officer Dudley was sent to investigate an assault. The victim told the officer that while working a security job, an unknown suspect walked up to her. The suspect wanted to walk thru the area that the victim was guarding. The victim told the suspect that he could not pass. The suspect got mad and threw the content of a cup he was holding in the victims face and fled.The victim told the officer that she has pain in her eye now. Report number 110332989

6:00 pm Santos/VelascoBattery

Officers Uang and Peregoy were sent to investigate a battery incident where the victim was at the hospital. The victim told the officers that a known suspect picked up a stick for no reason and beat her. The suspect then left. Report number 11033597

10:26 pm Monterey/FoersterThreats

Officers Benavides and Ferronato were sent to investigate a threats incident. the victim told the officers that a suspect that was asked a year ago not to come back to the store returned. The suspect told the victim that he was going to go to his home and kill everyone. The officers secured the store surveillance video as evidence. Report number 110333567

Monday, April 25, 2011

Officers Apodaca and Gabriel affected a traffic stop of a taxi they noticed did not have an exterior SF taxi permit sticker.The taxi cab had stopped to pick up a fare near Mission and Geneva Avenues.A citation was issued to the individual driving the cab (and picking up a fare) within San Francisco without a valid permit.Report 110328847.

3:04 am400 blk RaymondBurglary (Veh)

Officers Polovina and Kneuker were dispatched to a possible auto burglary in progress.They observed various individuals sitting inside a green vehicle.The caller advised dispatch that additional subjects were sitting inside a silver vehicle to the rear of the green car.Officers had the occupants of the green vehicle exit the vehicle.The subjects were mirandized and a search of the vehicle turned up what is commonly known as burglary tools.They also located keys which were “shaved.”The caller (to dispatch) and owner of the vehicle made contact with the officers and advised he had not given anyone permission to enter his vehicle.Officers found a screwdriver inside the vehicle which did not belong to the victim and noticed damage to the steering column.All subjects were transported to Ingleside Station.A few of the detainees were released and two were cited and/or booked for tampering with a vehicle and possession of burglary tools. Report 110326045.

1:00 pm4900 blk MissionPetty Theft

Officers Araujo and Rand responded to a call of atheft.They met with reportee who told him that he observed subject enter the store, grab some bottles of alcohol and walk past several registers and exit the store without any attempt to pay for the items.A record check of the subject revealed various arrests for prior petty thefts.Subject was transported to Ingleside Station where he was booked for petty theft with prior convictions.Report 110327059

11:29 pmUnit blk BentonBurglary (Veh)

Officers Hom and Cassinelli responded to a call of someone breaking into a vehicle.They observed a male sitting inside a gold vehicle which matched the description of the vehicle the caller described.Various officers responded to assist and they had the male sitting in the driver’s seat exit the vehicle.The caller confirmed with dispatch that the individual detained was the person he had called about.The suspect was unable to provide information as to who owned the vehicle.Officers searched the vehicle and noticed the glove box had been damaged and several items thrown around.They located keys which were “shaved.”Officers contacted the owner of the vehicle who confirmed she did not know the individual who the police had detained.A back pack which suspect claimed was his was searched through as the individual had been placed under arrest.Officers located various bag of narcotics and the suspect was booked at Ingleside Police Station for vehicle tampering and possession of narcotics.Report 110328803.“BEST ARREST OF THE DAY”

10:35 pmMission/HuronPermit Violation

Officers Gabriel and Apodaca observed a blue taxi cab pick up a fare near Mission and Huron Streets which they noticed was not a taxi with permits for San Francisco.They affected a traffic stop and cited the driver of the cab for the permit violation.Report 110328609.

Other incidents:

1:40 amMission/OttawaBattery

Officers Barajas and Shugars were flagged down by victim who stated that he had been punched in the face while riding on the 14 Mission MUNI bus.Victim stated that he was on the bus when three males entered the bus and began bothering him.One of the suspects asked him what he was looking at and where he was from.When victim replied he was from nowhere the suspect approached him, punched him with a closed fist on the side of the face and then exited the bus.Victim said he did not need medical assistance and that he had never seen any of the suspects before.Officers searched the area unsuccessfully for the suspects.Report 110329099.

8:30 am1900 blk CastroBurglary

Officer Khan and Leong responded to a call of a burglary.Victim told them she locked and secured her home when she left and when she returned noticed the back door was ajar.She also noticed a smashed window in the kitchen and that various boxes and items had been moved around.Victim said that various items had been taken and that she did not give anyone permission to enter the premises.Officers searched the area for any latent fingerprint evidence to no avail.Report 110327849.

9:00 amUnit blk TurquoiseDog Bite

Officer Giannini responded to a call of a dog bite.Reportee advised that he was inside his home when he heard his dog yelping.He came out and noticed his dog had been injured in his muzzle area.The reportee went outside and spoke with a neighbor who has a dog and an adjoining fence.The owner of the dog accepted responsibility and agreed to pay for the damages.Report 110327106.

11:00 am300 blk PragueHar Phone Calls

Officers Leong and Khan were dispatched to a call of harassing phone calls.Victim advised that he had been receiving phone calls from a known suspect who wanted to visit his home.Victim advised he had had several incidents with this individual and did not want any problems.When victim advised the suspect of this he continuously called him to annoy him.Report 110328201.

12:00 pm200 blk John ShelleyArson (Veh)

Officer Najarro responded to a park where reportee claimed there was a vehicle that had been burned.The officer located a license plate which returned to an owner located in Pittsburgh.The owner of the vehicle confirmed that his vehicle had been stolen.The vehicle was towed to the crime scene lot with a hold for arson.Report 110326233.

1:00 pm1800 blk SunnydaleVeh Theft

Officers Duffin and Obot responded to a call of broken windows.Victim stated that she left her home secure and locked.When she returned she noticed five windows had been smashed.Victim did not see anyone do the damage and could provide no further information.Report 110328239.

1:00 pm600 blk PrentissFraud

Victim came to Ingleside Station to report a fraud.He stated that his sister informed him that a friend of his was using his social security number to set up phone and cable service.Victim could not provide any further information on the suspect.Report 110327413.

5:00 pm100 blk KellochBurglary

Officers Dudley and Antonian responded to a call of a burglary. Victim told them that she locked and secured her home and when she returned found the metal gate had been damaged.Victim said that various items were missing.Officers took pictures of the scene and advised victim that our crime scene investigations team would be responding to process the home for any evidence. Report 110327786.

10:00 pm200 blk 27thFraud

Victim came to Ingleside Station to report a fraud.Victim stated that she received a phone call from a car dealership regarding her application for credit to purchase a vehicle.Victim stated that she did not fill out such an application.Victim had also been given a credit alert through her bank that someone was possibly using her identity.Victim wanted to file a report but could provide no further information on the suspect.Report 110327736.

10:10 pm1800 blk AlemanyTheft from Vehicle

Officers Park and Chang were flagged down by victim who stated that he parked and secured his truck on Alemany Boulevard.Victim said he returned to the truck and found the truck bed door missing as well as a spare tire.He was unable to provide any further information.Report 110328427

23:22 pmCrescent/AndoverTheft from Person

Officers Otaguro and Baldovino responded to a call of a possible robbery.Victim stated she was at the bus stop with various items on her person when she set one of the items down.She said she noticed a male standing to her rear but could not see his face.The suspect then grabbed one of her bags and ran down Andover.Victim was not injured, refused medical treatment and does not believe she would be able to identify the suspect.Officers found a store with video footage which showed the suspect pacing back and forth at the bus stop and requested a copy from the owner.They canvassed the area unsuccessfully for the suspect.Report 110325520.